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Beyond the Grave: Cemetery Tour

Lone Tree American Legion Post 457 300 N Devoe Street, Lone Tree, IA, United States

Come experience history in a new way at the most mysterious time of the year. Meet some of Johnson County's earliest residents at their final resting place. Emerging from the night in period costume, actors will tell the tales of those buried at Lone Tree Cemetery. Meet

Free

Irving Weber Award Reception and JCHS Annual Meeting

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

The Irving Weber Award is conferred by the Johnson County Historical Society in recognition of distinguished contribution to the research, writing, or preservation of Johnson County History. JCHS will be holding a reception in honor of this year's recipients, Dr. William and Bertha Olin, for their continued

Aisle of Lights

JCHS, Coralville, and Iowa River Landing Activities happening at varying times. Check out the website listed below.

Free

New Exhibition Opening

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

We have a new permanent Meskwaki exhibit! We will be hosting an exhibition opening for our new permanent exhibit, Between Two Rivers: Meskwaki in Johnson County. This exhibit showcases Meskwaki history in Johnson County. In addition, the event will also feature a presentation on Meskwaki beadwork by Mary Youngbear.

Free

Meskwaki Finger Weaving Workshop

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

Meskwaki Cultural Center and Museum is joining us in presenting this unique opportunity! Learn how to make your own woven treasures with Mary Young Bear. This is a limited adult workshop so call to reserve your spot today! Download this flyer (PDF) to share with friends and

Plum Grove Season Opening

Plum Grove Historic Home 1030 Carroll St., Iowa City, IA, United States
Free

Little School on the Prairie Summer Camp

1876 Coralville Schoolhouse 310 5th St., Coralville, IA, United States

Come experience the life of an 1876 Johnson County student in the Coralville schoolhouse! Campers are invited to dress in period clothing while they participate in lessons, crafts, and outdoor activities that follow the 1876 theme. Dates: June 20 - 24, 1pm - 5pm Ages:  entering grades

$100

Johnson County Fair

Johnson County Fairgrounds 4265 Oak Crest Hill Rd. SE, Iowa City, IA, United States

Come chat with us at our booth at the Johnson County Fair! Lots to see and do. Check out their website at http://www.johnsoncofair.com/.

2016 Annual Cemetery Walk

St. Mary's Newport Church 2683 Newport Road NE, Solon, IA, United States

Join us at the St. Mary's Newport Church for one of our most popular events, our annual cemetery walk! This year, take a guided walk among the tombstones and meet some of St. Mary's finest residents! After your adventure, enjoy some light refreshments. October 9, 2016 5:30 -

FREE

Pumpkin Party

Johnson County Historic Poor Farm 4811 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA, United States

Johnson County Historical Society is partnering with Take A Kid Outdoors - Iowa for their Annual Pumpkin Carving event! JCHS will have the historic asylum building open to the public. Come join in on all the fun fall activities! October 22nd from 11:00 am- 1:00 pm at

Free

Irving Weber Award Ceremony

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

" The Irving Weber Award is conferred by the Johnson County Historical Society in recognition of distinguished contribution to the research, writing, or preservation of Johnson County history." Johnson County Historical Society will be holding a reception in honor of this year’s Irving Weber Award recipient, Hills

Exhibition Opening: Street View: Downtown Iowa City, Then and Now

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

  Johnson County Historical Society invites you to attend the unveiling of a new photography exhibition titled "Street View: Downtown Iowa City, Then and Now". This exhibition highlights images of the downtown area’s buildings and businesses from 1960 and 2016. The 1960s photographs were taken by an

Free

Holiday Open House at Coralville Old Town Hall

Coralville Old Town Hall 407 5th Street, Coralville, IA, United States

Visit the Coralville Old Town Hall and learn about the History of Coralville and view our Sled and Riding Toy Exhibit.

Free

Aisle of Lights at the Johnson County Historical Society

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

Coralville's 36th annual Aisle of Lights weekend includes free events throughout Coralville on Sunday, December 11, 2016, and miles luminarias beginning at 5:00 pm. JCHS will be having cookie decorating, free admission to the JCHS Exhibit Hall, and hot apple cider. Also check out the Hawkeye Model

Free

Holiday Open House at Coralville Old Town Hall

Coralville Old Town Hall 407 5th Street, Coralville, IA, United States

As part of the Coralville Aisle of Lights the Old Town Hall will be open to the public to learn about Coralville's History while enjoying the Sled and Children's Riding Toy exhibit on display. Coralville's 36th annual Aisle of Lights weekend includes free events throughout Coralville on

Free

Movie at the Museum: Up on the Wooftop

Coralville Old Town Hall 407 5th Street, Coralville, IA, United States

Join Johnson County Historical Society for the first ever Movie at the Museum event. There will be a showing of the family film Up on the Wooftop. This movie was shot right here in Iowa City by local production company, Backrow Studios! Chairs will be provided. Attendees are welcome

WinterFest

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

Join us for the 10th annual celebration of the Winter season. Coralville WinterFest is an afternoon of free family fun. Entertainment, activities, and fun await in the Iowa River Landing. Visit the Johnson County Historical Society for kids crafts, 19th Century printing press demonstration, and more! For more

Free

The Life of Harriet Tubman

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

In honor of Black History Month, Johnson County Historical Society is hosting a program on Harriet Tubman, as portrayed by Coralville resident, Portia Byrd. Harriet Tubman was an African-American abolitionist, humanitarian, and Union spy during the American Civil War. Born into slavery, Tubman escaped and subsequently made

Free

Brinton Entertainment Collection

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

  Historian Michael Zahs will offer a historic perspective on Frank and Indiana Brinton who were traveling entertainers from Washington, Iowa. Between 1879 and 1915, the Brintons entertained audiences throughout the Midwest, including Iowa City. This program will also include examples from the Brintons' collection of magic

[SOLD OUT] Afternoon Tea on the Titanic

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

Discover what tea time was like on the Titanic! Traditional afternoon tea will be served featuring menu items from the Titanic. Author Lilly Setterdahl of Moline, Illinois, will present a program on the significance of the Titanic and its legacy. Setterdahl has written three books about the

$25 – $30

Packing Up – A Program Presented By Sarah Uthoff

Johnson County Historical Society Museum 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville, IA, United States

JCHS will be hosting the program "Packing Up” in honor of Laura Ingalls Wilder's 150th birthday! This program features a twist on Wilder's life as the audience looks in on her as she is packing up to move to Mansfield, Missouri. Wilder moved around a lot in

Brinton Silent Film Project

Englert Theatre 221 East Washington Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

  The Brinton Silent Film Project features Red Cedar Trio members, flutist Jan Boland, guitarist John Dowdall and cellist Carey Bostian, performing live to accompany an exceptionally rare and unique collection of silent films from 1895-1908. Film owner and historian Michael Zahs will also provide a historical narration about the films.

Plum Grove Season Opening

Plum Grove Historic Home 1030 Carroll St., Iowa City, IA, United States

Join us in celebrating this year's season opening of Plum Grove Historic Home! Visitors will explore the home of Iowa’s first Territorial Governor, view Plum Grove's vegetable and flower gardens, and enjoy treats provided by the Historic Foodies of Iowa City. "PLAY BALL!" the early Iowa way:

Free

Summer Camp: Little School on the Prairie

1876 Coralville Schoolhouse 310 5th St., Coralville, IA, United States

Come experience the life of an 1876 Johnson County student in the Coralville schoolhouse! Campers are invited to dress in period clothing while they participate in lessons, crafts, and outdoor activities that follow the 1876 theme. This program is supported in part by a grant from the

$100